1972 Renault 12 vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 424 kg more than 1972 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Saab 900 (263 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 12 | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | 12 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 68 L |
